How to Use Essential Oils to Rejuvenate Feet
Cracked, splitting or tired feet? Maybe you’ve been wearing sandals, going about barefoot, or swimming a a lot. Maybe they ache because you’ve been on them all day, or dancing the night away. A number of essential oils can help you to rejuvenate your feet. Create and use this massage oil when you have a few minutes to relax and gently apply it.
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Instructions
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Create a Massage Oil for Tired, Aching Feet
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Choose 100% pure essential oils-only these offer healthful benefits. The label will state "100% pure." You can find them at health food stores and online. Don’t use synthetic oils-they do not have the same benefits.
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Buy only almond oil that is specifically designed to be used for massage. It has been specially refined and prepared for use on the skin. You can get it at health food stores and online.
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Select the formula that most appeals to your sense of smell. Most stores have tester bottles, so take a few whiffs and choose the scents you really like. For foot rejuvenation, there are multiple formulas to choose from. Here are two. Formula #1: Lavender, Palmarosa, Allspice, Lemon, Patchouli. Formula #2: Peppermint, Lemon, Tea Tree, Sage, Spruce.
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Make Formula #1. To create the massage oil, first mix the essential oil with the almond oil, which is known as a "carrier" oil. Measure four teaspoons (20ml) of almond oil into the plastic bottle, then add 5 drops of Lavender, 4 of Palmarosa, 4 of Allspice, 4 of Lemon, and 3 of Patchouli. Shake well.
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Make Formula #2. To create the massage oil, first mix the essential oil with the almond oil, which is known as a "carrier" oil. Measure four teaspoons (20ml) of almond oil into the plastic bottle, then add 5 drops of Peppermint, 4 of Lemon, 4 of Tea Tree, 4 of Sage, and 3 of Spruce. Shake well.
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Massage the formula gently into both feet, then continue massaging it all the way up to the calves. If your heels are cracked or splitting massage in extra oil. Inhale the fragrance as you massage for added rejuvenation benefits.
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Tips & Warnings
If you want to make a larger batch of oil, simply increase the proportions, such as doubling or tripling the amounts. The massage oil will keep.
To avoid “wearout” when sniffing multiple essential oils, take a short break and inhale a few deep breaths to clear your nose, and give your brain a chance to reset.
Store all oils in a cool dry place. Keep the lids firmly closed to prevent evaporation, and keep away from sunlight.
For anyone with sensitive skin, dilute the essential oils even more.
Do not use essential oils if you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant without getting professional advice.
If any skin irritation occurs, stop using immediately.
